La Madonnina

Toscana Rosso IGT - La Madonnina 2023

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Format: 75 cl

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26,06 €

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Producer	La Madonnina
Name	Toscana Rosso IGT
Variety	Syrah - Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Petit Verdot
Vintage	2023
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Region	Tuscany
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Color	Red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Immediately or within 5 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses

Description

The Toscana Rosso IGT "La Madonnina" represents one of the finest examples of winemaking in the Tuscan region, known for its balance of aromas and its elegant structure.

This wine is the result of a careful selection of grapes, primarily Sangiovese, which are cultivated on the region’s characteristic clayey and calcareous soils. The winemaking process involves prolonged maceration of the skins followed by fermentation at controlled temperatures, to preserve the scents and nuances of the fruit. Finally, "La Madonnina" matures in French oak barriques for at least twelve months, gaining complexity and a finely woven tannic fabric.

Visually, the Toscana Rosso IGT "La Madonnina" presents an intense ruby red color, with nuances that tend towards garnet as it ages. On the nose, it offers a broad and persistent bouquet, with standout notes of ripe red fruits such as cherry and raspberry, enhanced by hints of vanilla, chocolate, and a subtle trace of tobacco. On the palate, the wine is robust yet harmonious, with a perfect balance between acidity and tannins, making it velvety and lingering.

Ideal for pairing with hearty Tuscan dishes, such as roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses, "La Madonnina" is a wine that can be enjoyed immediately, but also offers excellent aging potential. It is an essential element for lovers of Tuscan wines who seek a product with character and tradition.

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Serve to:

16-18°C

When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 3-5 years

Production area

Tuscany

The winery

La Madonnina – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of La Madonnina.

Wine estate located in Bolgheri (LI) producing Bolgheri/Toscana IGT wines, as well as extra virgin olive oil and grappa; vineyards carefully tended with management entrusted to Riccardo Cotarella.

Region: Toscana

Country: Italia

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot

Estate located in Bolgheri, Castagneto Carducci. Declared total estate area: over 70 hectares; main vineyard approximately 6 hectares. Product range: Carpe Vesperum, Opera Omnia, Viator, La Madonnina, Franciacorta DOCG, grappa and oil. Winemaker and vineyard/winery management entrusted to Riccardo Cotarella. An olive grove and a protected woodland area are present.

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Winery history

La Madonnina is an estate in Bolgheri that combines a historic farmhouse, a villa for events and cultivated land. The main vineyards were planted starting in 2002; over the years the estate has introduced a range of local wines, olive products and distilled spirits produced in limited quantities.

Production philosophy

Production focused on grape selection and the enhancement of individual grape varieties: an approach that combines respect for tradition, attention to the territory and openness to oenological experimentation to produce expressive, recognizable wines.

Terroir and vineyards

The estate is located on the western side of the Strada Bolgherese, in the intermediate band between the Colline Metallifere and the sea, at approximately 45 metres above sea level. Soils range from clayey to sandy. The property includes vineyards, an olive grove and the Macchia del Bruciato, which occupies a significant portion of the area.

Awards and recognitions

Awards for individual wines: La Madonnina 2017, Opera Omnia 2018, Viator 2017.